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Will less than 2 percent of Americans fix our financial problems?
BY DR. GLENN MOLLETTE According to the IRS, a $400,000 or more annual household income represents America’s top 1.8 percent of income-earners. Per IRS Publication 6292, there were 154 million tax returns filed in 2019; thus, approximately 2.8 million people earn over $400,000. Around 330 million people live in the United States. (2020 Census) Millions…
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Kyle’s Korner: Back-to-school season brings back memories
BY KYLE LOVERN Going back to school was always exciting, even for someone who did not necessarily like to get up early and head back after a long, hot summer. Most “baby boomers” remember school letting out around Memorial Day in May and not starting back up until after Labor Day, or the first week…
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Class of 1982 in town for 40-year reunion
BY ROGER SMITHMOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Classmates who hadn’t seen each other in years smiled, hugged and spoke phrases like, “I’m so glad to see you.” They made small talk, and to help them recognize each other more easily, they wore name tags that featured their names — in many cases, their maiden names at…
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Eden Elementary spotlighting ‘Paws-itively’ Wonderful Wildcats
Eden Elementary would like to recognize several different groups of people that have exhibited “paws-itive” behaviors that are noteworthy of celebration. Every week, we would like to showcase a student from each grade level and a staff member/group of staff. We will also be spotlighting a community partner that has gone above and beyond to…
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Inez High School class of 1951 celebrates 71st reunion
INEZ — Inez High School’s Class of 1951 celebrated its 71st reunion Aug. 13 at the Big Sandy Regional Airport and Cloud 9 Café. In 1947, the class of 1951 began with 24 girls and 24 boys as ninth-graders. On May 8, 1951, eight girls and 10 boys graduated. There are six girls and two…
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Scarecrow contest returns
INEZ — The scarecrow contest returns to the Harvest Festival this year. The Greater Martin County Kiwanis Club challenges local businesses and residents to build and display scarecrows to celebrate the annual Kiwanis Harvest Festival. There will be two contests this year – one for business and one for residential entries. Each contestant must submit…
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The Greatest Words Jesus Ever Said
BY JACK WARD Some people have a way with words. They just have such a grasp of language and an eloquence of speech that they are always saying things that are deeply profound. Jesus was a person like that. All through the years of His recorded ministry, one thing about Him kept the people spellbound:…
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Telling the Story: In the day of trouble
BY DAWN REED “Call upon Me in the day of trouble…” Psalm 50:15 I cried at the Mexican restaurant last Saturday. Normally a place of chips, salsa and laughter, I was reflecting on the day. I tried to describe it to my beloved through the tears. My friend Paige and I wanted to help in…
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Get Fit! Part 2
BY GREG CRUM “The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?” Proverbs 18:14 Did you know that your spirit, the real you, the part of you that is created in the image of God, can help heal your sick body? Proverbs 18:14 speaks of the importance of…
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Come to the annual Hall Family Reunion Sept. 4
The family of the late Lige and Ella Hall will be holding their annual Hall Family Reunion on Sunday, Sept. 4. Gathering starts at 11 a.m., and food at noon. The reunion will be at the home of Ernie Hall in Fallsburg. Signs will be posted. Please bring a covered dish and something for the…
